Assistant Scientist
Terracon · Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States · onsite
Conduct environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys to sample, measure and analyze air, water, material, and soil. Prepare technical documents including proposals, permit applications, reports and regulatory agency correspondence. Projects may include Phase I/II environmental site assessments, ecological and natural resource field surveys, tank closure assessments, asbestos/hazardous materials inspections, industrial hygiene and indoor air quality assessments, and storm water sampling/inspections.
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Understand and practice quality acumen.
- Demonstrate strong time management and communication skills.
- Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
- Entry level scientific professional responsible for gathering data and information.
- Performs testing and sampling of environmental materials including soil, air, groundwater, and building materials.
- Tabulate and prepare data for written reports.
- Assist with report preparation by summarizing data and information within reports.
- Operates field monitoring equipment.
- Transport material samples or documents to the lab for further testing and analysis.
- Maintains and calibrates field monitoring equipment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related science field. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years’ related experience.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
Preferred Qualification:
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Wiliness to obtain asbestos/lead inspector licenses.